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Fri Sep 02 16:00:00 CEST 2016 Press Release

The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance has been unveiled to the world at the Chengdu Motor Show 2016 as the latest addition to BMW’s family of new energy vehicles (NEVs) and the first plug-in hybrid in the compact luxury SUV segment.

Chengdu. The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance has
been unveiled to the world at the Chengdu Motor Show 2016 as the
latest addition to BMW’s family of new energy vehicles (NEVs) and the
first plug-in hybrid in the compact luxury SUV segment. Manufactured
by BMW Brilliance, the new model combines driving pleasure with
cleanliness and environmental protection in addition to luxury and
quality. Moreover, it is fully in line with China’s development policy
for the NEV industry. All these underline BMW Group’s production and
R&D capabilities for sustainability in China and the Group's
dedication to leading the way in the NEV market.

The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance was developed simultaneously
with the new BMW X1 Series launched some time ago. Riding on the
powerful, ground-breaking product strengths of the X1, it borrows the
innovative eDrive technology from the BMW i line-up to provide unique
electric driving pleasure, offering BMW fans yet another choice for
green travel.

Electric drive performance and sheer driving
pleasure. Throughout its more than
a century of innovation, BMW Group has stayed true to its brand
essence of providing sheer driving pleasure, no matter how technology changes.

The X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance runs on both electricity and fuel,
with the petrol engine and electric motor powering the front and rear
wheels, respectively, with the intelligent energy management system
taking care of on-demand power response and energy efficiency
maximisation. This design, inspired precisely by the BMW i8 that has
been hailed as a future warrior, reflects BMW Group’s strategy of
applying the revolutionary innovations of the BMW i line-up to other
series-produced models by the BMW brand.

With BMW’s latest turbocharger technology, the 1.5-litre petrol
engine at the front axle is mated to a six-speed integrated
manual/automatic gearbox and churns out a maximum power output of 100
kW with peak torque clocking in at 220 Nm. The electric motor at the
rear axle, on the other hand, produces power up to 70 kW and can
instantaneously deliver a peak torque of 165 Nm at start-up. Thanks to
BMW’s proprietary eBoost function, both power systems can provide a
peak torque of 385 Nm allowing acceleration from stationary positions
to 100 km/h in just 7.4 seconds with a combined fuel consumption as
low as 1.8 litres per 100 km. Plus, BMW’s xDrive technology ensures
supreme traction and safe driving in all weather and road conditions
while at the same time enhancing stability during emergency lane
changes or cornering. No matter which type of energy is used, xDrive
optimises the driving dynamics and provides an optimal ride feel.

The X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance system comes packed with a
high-voltage lithium battery with a net capacity of 10.7 kWh to
provide a purely electric cruising range of 60 km and a combined
cruising range of 630 km when working in tandem with the 35‑litre fuel
tank. It delivers low emission and fuel consumption to meet the needs
for driving in any situation, whether in the city, the suburbs or for
driving long distances.

BMW’s eDrive technology offers three modes for controlling the energy
source, all at the simple touch of a button: The driver can enjoy
sheer driving pleasure – just like driving any other BMW – by safely
leaving everything to the default Auto eDrive mode, which
intelligently selects either a single or a combination of energy
sources to maximise the combined energy efficiency with ease. For
example, electric drive is initiated at speeds of 80 km/h or below,
whether you are cruising at a constant speed or accelerating slightly.
However, at any time you step hard on the accelerator or when the
speed exceeds 80 km/h, the system activates the petrol engine
automatically, letting both power systems work in tandem with each
other to supply ample power and deliver the superior driving
performance expected by the driver.

In Max eDrive mode, the car runs purely on electricity with zero
emissions at speeds up to 120 km/h and minimises the burden on the
environment – especially in urban traffic jams. When expecting to run
into a traffic jam, the driver can turn on the Save Battery mode to
save the battery capacity for later zero-emission, purely electric driving.

As with all other X1 models, the X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance comes
with BMW’s Driving Experience Control, offering Sport, Comfort and ECO
PRO. The Sport mode is performance-oriented and brings an even better
response from both the accelerator pedal and the engine. ECO PRO, on
the other hand, takes energy efficiency as a priority and results in a
relatively mild power response and reduced power consumption of in-car
electrical equipment such as air-cons. Also, the Comfort mode strikes
an optimal balance between comfort and energy efficiency.

It is worth mentioning that BMW’s Driving Experience Control can work
together with the eDrive energy management system to provide customers
with richer driving pleasure.

Intelligent energy management, electrical energy priority
and fuel efficiency. The only way to minimise fuel
consumption and exhaust emissions is to prioritise the use of
electricity drawn from the grid. With a 220V / 16A charging wall-box,
the high-voltage lithium battery of the X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance can
be fully charged in 3.7 hours and charged to 80% in just 2.9 hours.

BMW has not only given the drive system a full overhaul, but also the
design of the car has been reinvented. The car air-con utilises an
electrically driven compressor powered by a high-voltage battery,
while the energy consumption of other in-car electrical systems also
comes from the energy stored in the battery.

Another important principle of the intelligent energy management
system is adequately improving fuel efficiency by keeping the engine
running as much as possible at rotational speeds within the efficiency
range during start-up. For this reason, the system determines when the
electric drive system needs to supply additional power based on the
energy output from the engine. Conversely, as a way to optimise the
overall energy consumption of the system, some of the engine’s power
output gets converted into electrical energy where appropriate –
depending on the battery status and driving needs and then stored in
the battery.

The high-voltage lithium battery pack of the new X1 xDrive25Le
iPerformance, being placed in the middle of the chassis, sits at an
optimally safe position of the car, proven to provide safety
protection based on crash tests from the front, side and rear. With
the charging and discharging occurring within an optimal capacity
range and the use of a liquid cooling system, the battery always
maintains an appropriate operating temperature, bringing benefits to
its performance as well as prolonging service life.

Intuitive and user-friendly human machine interfaces allow more
proficient involvement of the driver in energy management.
Efficiencytainment, BMW’s unique energy efficiency display system, has
all energy consumption information covered. The energy flow status
gets displayed in real-time on the central screen as dynamic red and
blue arrows or icons. Besides that, there are also indicators on the
dashboard for the cruising range, charging status, energy consumption
and other relevant information which is presented in an easy to
understand manner to help the driver develop greener driving habits.

Luxury and comfort with ground-breaking configurations. Based on the design aesthetics of the new BMW
X1, the new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance highlights quintessential,
recognisable elements of the NEV family: double-kidney air inlet
grille in blue high-gloss, BMW i logo under the charge port and the
C-pillar, door scuff and gear lever emblazoned with marks indicating
the use of eDrive technology. The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance
is available as Cross Country and Sport packages, offering up to 10
body colour choices, allowing car owners to show a bit of their
personality with a rich variety of options.

Due to the electric drive system designed to sit entirely under the
frame, there is almost no compromise on the interiors. As with the new
X1, the X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance has a wheelbase of 2.78 m, comes
with a large panoramic sunroof allowing more natural sunlight to enter
and boasts the most spacious and comfortable interior among its class.

The car also comes with Park Assist, a system which is undoubtedly
very helpful in modern cities. This system automatically detects
suitable parking spaces and helps you park with ease. All the driver
needs to do is to change gear and control the brake pedal as prompted
while parking (curbside). Also, the zoned automatic air-con has a
highly efficient micro-filter capable of removing fine particulates
(PM2.5) with a filtration efficiency of 99%. Other extremely practical
configurations include a rear-view mirror assembly integrated with
electric folding, heating, parking assist and memory functions, an
electronic handbrake and run-flat tyres.

ConnectedDrive – convenient and in control.In addition, the X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance comes
standardly equipped with basic BMW ConnectedDrive services, which are
free for ten years. BMW ConnectedDrive has always maintained a leading
position in the industry. Other than leading with continuous
technological innovations, the rich content, easy operation logic,
professional services and a sound system round out its immense
advantages. The basic services cover Teleservices and Emergency Call.
Customers may also add on optional premium value-added services such
as Enhanced ConnectedDrive, Concierge Services and Real Time Traffic Information.

With advanced BMW ConnectedDrive technology, the X1 xDrive25Le
iPerformance also comes with some unique convenient functions. You can
use the My BMW Remote app to turn on the air-con remotely, allowing
you to enjoy a comfortable ambient temperature the moment you step
into your car. The air-con runs on power supplied from the
high-voltage battery and does not affect the purely electric cruising
range even when connected to the charging wall-box for charging. You
can also use the My BMW Remote app to view the status of your car,
energy efficiency data as well as set driving routes through your
smartphone. The navigation system based on BMW ConnectedDrive also
includes information on public charging stations, making it easy for
the driver to find available charging piles anytime.

First of all, home charging. A charging wall-box and basic
installation service will be provided for free to customers living in
areas where there is an authorised X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance dealer.

Secondly, semi-public community charging services. For customers
without fixed parking lots, BMW offers semi-public shared charging
services within communities and a charging card package allowing
customers to enjoy two years or 1,920 hours of free services.

Thirdly, public charging. With ChargeNowTM, BMW Group partners with a
third party to build public charging infrastructures. The number of
charging piles is set to reach 1,500 this year.

Fourthly, worry-free services. The high-voltage lithium battery pack
of the X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance comes with warranty services for
eight years or 120,000 km, leaving you worry-free when it comes to
battery durability.

Localisation commitment and trailblazing. The new BMW X1 xDrive25Le iPerformance is an
important component of BMW Brilliance’s strategy for NEVs. BMW
Brilliance has always been at the forefront of the industry when it
comes to the development of NEVs in China. Our unrelenting efforts in
developing energy-saving models and protecting the environment have
made us the most sustainable and respected premium car manufacturer in China.

BMW firmly believes that innovation and sustainability will define
luxury in the future. Electric travel will be a sustainable mode of
transportation for a very long way ahead. With sustainability at the
heart of our strategy, BMW Brilliance is leading the way and actively
exploring the future.

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Fuel consumption figures based on the EU test cycle, may vary depending on the tyre format specified.

Further information on official fuel consumption figures, specific CO2 emission values and the electric power consumption of new passenger cars is included in the guideline "Guideline for fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars", which can be obtained from all dealerships, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at http://www.dat.de.

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Fuel consumption figures based on the EU test cycle, may vary depending on the tyre format specified.

Further information on official fuel consumption figures, specific CO2 emission values and the electric power consumption of new passenger cars is included in the guideline "Guideline for fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and electric power consumption of new passenger cars", which can be obtained from all dealerships, from Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH (DAT), Hellmuth-Hirth-Str. 1, 73760 Ostfildern-Scharnhausen and at http://www.dat.de.